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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1942
Page
4
The page prints a publisher disclaimer about corrections and author attribution. It states the editor will correct any error or representation upon notification and that communications require real names of writers. Also shows publication details and date October 29, 1942.
An editorial endorses retaining Chief Judge Edward Delaplaine and supporting Associate Judge candidates based on merit and impartiality under a 1941 act banning party designations on the ballot. The piece notes Delaplaine's strong record on the Court of Appeals and stresses fairness over partisan politics in the Sixth Circuit race.
A letter from N. A. Lufburrow describes autumn changes with color and cooling nights while noting the ongoing war. The writer wonders if Hitler has witnessed such beauty and contrasts it with the grim realities of conflict.
A compact biblical thought notes that a kingdom divided cannot stand, citing Mark 3 24 and the idea reinforced by a poetic line about unity and strength. The piece weaves this religious aphorism with a historical profile of quotation by John Dickinson.
Washington reports friction over command in the Solomons with MacArthur rumor mill and Navy predominance. Admiral Nimitz governs the Pacific, while Ghormley and Pye are removed from Solomons canyons as Halsty commands defenses. The army’s role remains limited to reinforcement after naval control is secured.
The Second Night Of The festival of St. John's Catholic vom was a decided success with large attendance. Frank V. Staub won a gold headed silk umbrella and plush album in the prize drawing. D J Markey returned from the Potomac with 27 bass given to R C Dudderar of Groft House. Toms and Long of Middletown area with J Henry Toms of Myersville enjoyed a fishing trip to Harpers Ferry. their party lost gear and fish to a neighbor theft. Jesse Reifsnider refused $0 for a pair of white swans from a New York buyer. Fires near Edgemont on South Mountain burned over 2000 acres. Western Maryland Railway workers helped fight the blaze. Blue Mountain House remains safe. Dul is surrounded by the burned area.
Mayor Lloyd C Culler announced a municipal Halloween in which North Market Street between Patrick and Church will close 7 to 10 p m to allow children to celebrate and await the cornerstone ceremony of First Baptist Church on Dill avenue set for October 31 at 3 p m Lynch Lodge of Masons will direct. Rev O C S Wallace of Baltimore will be the speaker. The item also notes a narrow drowning scare of Dr Paul R Holtz near Wheatland Wyoming and reports the arrest of a convict chauffeur for Warren Claude Sweezey of the Maryland penitentiary.
The article argues that real success stems from discipline, energy, and consistent work. It notes that few reach high levels solely from natural flair, while many capable people fail due to lack of purpose and sustained effort. Artists, musicians, and scientists illustrate long years of dedication behind accomplishment.
The Guadalcanal airfield is described as central to American naval air power, with planes striking from 400 miles northeast in the Solomons area. It suggests Japan will press a costly retake, while U.S. losses are offset by the air base’s strategic value across the Solomon area and surrounding seas. Japanese propaganda about battles east of Steward Island is treated with skepticism given past overstated claims.
A columnist wanders New York City streets on Broadway from a Bogart and Astor film to popcorn stands and shop windows. He observes a shooting gallery and a new eatery with nautical touches while noting sensory memories and passing sights. He mentions sailors and novelty at the arcades in a brisk, observational tone.
Babson urges colleges to prioritize national needs over campus prestige during wartime. Trustees should assert control to cut costs, diversify endowment investments into government bonds, and run lean operations while preserving access for older and nonwar workers. He cautions against maintaining prewar curricula and staff.
Washington column discusses the $8 billion tax bill and $24 billion expected annual revenue under current law, with a $78 billion 1943 budget and $54 billion to borrow. It notes war bond sales raise $12 billion but a remaining shortfall may require bank loans and another tax bill, possibly a sales tax, for 1944. It mentions MPs outside the Munitions Building and comments on Rayon One and rubber tire tests.
The narrator describes attempting to operate a gun for two coppers, wounding a finger, and then seeking respite in a fiendish apartment where a handsome air corps lieutenant discusses war and submarine patrols. He wanders to the street, encounters an apparition in frontier costume, and ends with a subway trip as his stomach aches during a popcorn stand refrain.
New Books in the Artz Library include Suez to Singapore by De Brown a graphic war zone account and sinking of ships plus Churchill The Unrelenting Struggle. The Best American Short Stories 1942 edited by Dariha Foley. Birth Certificates by Earl H Davis explaining how to obtain vital records for defense work.
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